Vote Smart's Synopsis:

Vote to pass a bill that eliminates corporal punishment as a discipline policy in public schools and school districts.

Highlights:

• Specifies acceptable possible disciplinary sanctions as (Sec. 1):
• In-school suspension;
• School service; or
• Suspension or expulsion.

• Authorizes individual schools within a school district to establish a school discipline policy if (Sec. 1):
• Parents, school personnel, and students are involved in its development;
• A public hearing is held in the school prior to its adoption; and
• It is approved by the local school board.

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